S.M.A.R.T.-Performance Podcast wih Josh Block focused on People Matter!
S.M.A.R.T.-Performance Podcast wih Josh Block focused on People Matter!  
Podcast: S.M.A.R.T. Performance "A Leaders Blueprint to Sustainable Success!"
Published On: Fri Mar 20 2026
Description: Leading Through Challenges: From Shit Moments to Strategic GrowthUnlock insights on navigating the toughest leadership moments and transforming adversity into growth. Walter and Josh explore how honesty, vulnerability, and strategic decision-making can elevate leadership and organizational performance.Main Topics:The "Oh Shit" moment — embracing unexpected leadership challengesBuilding trust and transparency in teams ("3 Ts": Thoughtful, Transparency, Together)The significance of hiring smarter, giving space for expertiseCreating a culture where people matter more than performanceMeasuring performance effectively on organizational and individual levelsJosh shares his rapid rise from sales to president in just 72 hours and the learnings along the wayThe importance of humility and leaning on others during crisesHow clear metrics and trending data drive performance and growthThe "3 Ts" as a leadership operating system for culture and decision-makingPractical advice for hiring, developing, and leading with purpose in healthcare and beyondPeople Matter at Work (Available on Amazon)Josh's WebsiteSmart Performance AppLinkedInTwitterIn this episode:Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to leadership challenges and the "Shit Moment" concept00:30 - Josh's unexpected rise to president and initial struggles01:13 - The value of humility and seeking support in leadership02:06 - Building trust and strength through authentic leadership03:04 - The importance of knowing what you don't know and asking for help03:44 - Key principles behind growing a company from $30M to $230M04:12 - The "3 Ts" framework: Thoughtful, Transparent, Together05:00 - Lessons learned from mistakes; naming and understanding them06:08 - The significance of hiring the right people over the best resumes06:37 - Developing a unique operating system centered on culture07:20 - Building organizational identity and culture of care08:04 - The "Platinum Rule" over the Golden Rule in leadership09:13 - The importance of hiring smarter, especially in healthcare10:43 - Connecting leadership to the broader purpose in healthcare11:11 - Leading with purpose: the "who" rather than the "what"13:01 - Success during COVID-19: culture as a resilience factor14:14 - Celebrating team development and long-term growth stories14:30 - Metrics and performance tracking for organizational success15:38 - The role of individual performance measurement16:14 - Creating dashboards and long-term data tracking for growth17:26 - The value of trend analysis and data over time17:53 - Resources for further learning: Josh’s book and contact info18:20 - Final thoughts: People are a gift; work is a privilege19:09 - Practical advice: act, measure, seek help, and lead with purposeResources & Links:Connect with Josh Block:Maximize your performance by embracing vulnerability, aligning your team around core principles, and tracking progress diligently. Remember, leadership is about stewardship—people are a gift, and work is a privilege.